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latitude

[lat-i-tood, -tyood] / ˈlæt ɪˌtud, -ˌtyud /


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They are not subject to required minimum distributions during that period, which gives them considerable latitude in how they manage that inheritance.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

The reform has the backing of governors from the Andean provinces, who would have greater latitude to green-light mining projects.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

It gave him broader latitude to solicit private donations to solve the city’s problems.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Prosecution barrister Edward Kalber urged magistrates to send the case to crown court "to give maximum latitude for the sentencing decision".

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

“I can input star charts and order you a smoothie, if you want. Of course I can do latitude and longitude!”

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan




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